3A:52-5.2(d) · An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.

Provide a current fire certificate as required.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(1) · (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Repair the ceiling near the light fixture in the bathroom near room 4.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.4(a)(2) · For early childhood programs, the following shall apply for infants (under 18 months of age) and toddlers (18 months to 2½ years of age):a group shall consist of four infants or six toddlers to whom a primary caregiver has been assigned.

Ensure that the center's primary caregiver list is updated.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i) · Each crib or playpen shall be equipped with: a firm, waterproof, snugly fitting mattress; a clean, snugly fitting sheet; top rails that are at least 19 inches above the mattress and slats that are not more than 2 3/8 inches apart.

Ensure that crib sheets are snugly fitting in room 1.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l) · (l) Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating: i. The location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies; ii. The name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies; iii. An alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall: (1) Select an alternate indoor location within safe walking distance; or (2) Develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location; iv. The hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken; v. The telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222; vi. The location of written authorization from parent(s) for emergency medical care for each child; vii. A diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area; viii. The location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers; and ix. Procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate: (1) The plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts; and (2) The local law enforcement agency or emergency management office that has been notified of the center’s identifying information, as specified in (l)3 below. 2. The emergency procedures shall be readily accessible in a designated location within the center. 3. The center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of: i. The center’s name and location; ii. The number, ages, and special needs of children enrolled; iii. The number of staff; iv. The need for emergency transportation; v. The location to which children will be evacuated; vi. The plan for a lockdown; and vii. The plan for reuniting children with their parents.

Submit an updated diagram of the center and maintain on file with the center's emergency plan.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(d) · The director, head teacher(s), group teacher(s), and program supervisor(s) shall each complete 20 hours of staff development each year. Recommended topics of training for these staff include educational and physical activity; special needs programming and program development; social-emotional and behavioral development for young children; legal issues, including ADA guidelines and leadership and advocacy.

Ensure that all credentialed staff complete 20 hours of staff development annually. Additional training hours needed for 2 staff members.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(c) · The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Ensure that all staff complete 12 hours of staff development annually. Additional training hours needed for 1 staff member.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(a)(2) · As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to conset to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediation terminate the staff member's employment at the center.

Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. There is 1 renewal CARI outstanding.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.11(a)(3) · As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.

Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for all regularly scheduled staff. There is 1 renewal CHRI clearance outstanding.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.5(c)(2)(ii) · The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office.

Ensure that the director designee completes the Understanding Licensing training provided by OOL.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.8(b) · Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).

Ensure that all staff complete annual orientation training which may be included for six of the required annual training hours.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 9, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Maintain sinks, any and other plumbing fixtures in operable condition. There was 1 sink downstairs that was not working.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(15) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

Maintain all mechanical ventilation in a clean and operating condition, including in the upstairs bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(d)(2) · Heating requirements are as follows: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators in room 3.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.5(a)(1) · For school-age child care programs, the following shall apply, all lally columns in areas used by the children shall have protective padding around them from the floor to a height of at least 72 inches.

Ensure that all lally columns in areas used by school-age children have protective padding from the floor to a height of at least 72 inches.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(8) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located.

Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

Ensure that each child's sippy cup is labeled with the child's name.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2025

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(17) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

Ensure that all shelving is secured in room 5.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(c)(2) · Lighting requirements are as follows: during program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source.

Provide adequate lighting in the emergency exit stairwell in room 3.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.1(b)(1) · The staff member(s) specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5 who are responsible for developing and overseeing the implementation of the center's daily activities shall ensure that time frames for each activity are geared to the age and developmental level of each child served and are flexible enough to accommodate spontaneous occurrences or children's suggestions and inquiries.

Ensure that time frames for each activity are both age and developmentally appropriate for the children served in room 1.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

Ensure that the center conducts at least two lockdown drills per year during each session provided at the center and maintains records of the drills on file.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children in room 4.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Secure railing leading downstairs to the wall.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Ensure that the urinal in the basement is maintained in operating and sanitary condition.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(8) · The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.

Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate with the correct use code applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Ensure that all exits and egress areas are unobstructed and that the emergency exit doors are easily operable. Remove the garbage can blocking the emergency exit in room 4.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.5(b)(10) · The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1).

Ensure that all Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription and that two are present when required.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(9) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Ensure that toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks and other plumbing are maintained in operating and sanitary condition. Repair sink in Room #1.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(16)(i) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of excessive peeling or chipped paint.

Repair and/or paint the walls and other surfaces as required. Touch up chipped paint on baseboard in Room #4.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(a)(1)(ii) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed.

Ensure that children wash their hands immediately after using the toilet or having their diaper changed.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.8(a)(4) · Handwashing requirements are as follows: staff members shall wash their hands with soap and running water immediately

Ensure that staff wash their hands with soap and running water after diaper change.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-133 · Remove excess storage and/or combustibles from the furnace room.

Ensure paint cans and cardboard are not stored near the furnace. Items were moved upon request.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Ensure the egress is clear at all times. At the time of the inspection a stroller was in the hallway in the egress from rooms 1 and 2. The stroller must moved upon request.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) · Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.

Provide documentation of water testing for center renewal.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-4.10(b)(1) · When the center applies for a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department the completed CARI consent forms for all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis. Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member.

Provide renewal CARI clearance for 1 staff.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2021

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(10) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.

Ensure spray cleaners in room 2 are inaccessible to children. The cleaners were moved out of reach upon request.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.2(a)(5) · The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.

Ensure there is a 3 feet egress to the exit from room 5 where the shelves are pushed together.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(a)(2) · Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Ensure the toy shelves in room 3 are clean.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(b)(7) · Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

Replace the broken tunnel and landing on the climbing equipment in the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(c)(1) · Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields.

Provide a protective cover for the light bulbs on the wall light in room 3.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-5.3(l)(4) · Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

Conduct lockdown drills two times per year and provide documentation.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-6.3(a)(12)(ii) · All centers shall comply with the following requirements, the center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: sippy cups shall be labeled with the child’s name.

Ensure sippy cups are labeled with the child's name.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Marked corrected in the state record.

3A:52-7.6(b)(1) · The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: the name of the injured child.

Ensure accident reports are filled out completely including the time the parent is notified.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2019

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.